Pac-12 bowl predictions

Royal Purple Las Vegas Bowl Why Utah wins: This has tended to be a letdown game for Pac-12 teams in recent years -- the league has lost four of the past five games in the Las Vegas Bowl. But Utah won't be lacking for motivation after returning to the postseason after a two-year absence and Colorado State, despite its strong season, will be a little deflated following Jim McElwain's departure for Florida. -- Chantel JenningsWhy Colorado State wins: Yes, the Rams lost their coach to Florida, but they&rsquo;re still running on the energy of a 10-2 season and a prolific offense.